451 Thompson Drive

Booth, Winnipeg

Property score

72.8

Good

Overall 72.8 · Older than most nearby homes

1,240 sqft (bottom 39%) · Built in 1961 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~102k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 park, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

12% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%Tagalog · 5%

Past 10 years Booth sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

358

Median price

427.6k

$/sqft

$303/sqft

Avg build year

1962

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Property score

72.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

64.7Fair
Living Area1,240 sqft66Good
Year Built196146Low
Lot Size6,434 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity75Good

Community Score

84.9Excellent
Household Income85Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Booth

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “booth” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110275

Community deep dive

$102K

Median household income

$110K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.5

P90 / P10 ratio

13%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)287
Labour force participation rate53%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate0%
Population density2870 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households13%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$102K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$324K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority25%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)47%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,240 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideTop 46%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#53 / 113
Top 47% · Avg 1,311 sqft
Same area · Booth
#614 / 1,011
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,408 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#90,269 / 194,458
Top 46% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
368k
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideTop 48%
Same street · Thompson Drive
#47 / 113
Top 42% · Avg 365.6k
Same area · Booth
#540 / 1,011
Bottom 47% · Avg 371.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#92,574 / 194,458
Top 48% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1961
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 43%

Lot Size

above average
6,434 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideTop 23%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

451 Thompson Drive — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 156 m), 2 education (nearest 248 m), 1 parks (nearest 465 m).

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🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🌳Parks1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Booth · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

26

2026

vs. city avg

-12%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

58%

Full crime data for Booth →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 10/2016CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 29%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 40%

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Highlights & common questions: 451 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 451 Thompson Drive

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a well-maintained, single-storey home from 1961 on a generous 6,434 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Booth neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its balance of space, recent updates, and value. The home itself is a comfortable 1,240 sqft and features a renovated basement, adding valuable finished living area. While it does not have a garage or pool, the lot size is a significant asset, ranking in the top 30% for the neighbourhood, offering ample outdoor potential.

The property suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or value-oriented investors seeking a solid, move-in-ready home with a low-maintenance footprint. Its appeal is grounded in practicality: you're getting a larger-than-average lot with modernized living space, without a premium price tag. A thoughtful perspective is that the home’s assessed value has remained stable and modest, which can be attractive for managing property tax costs. Its location on Thompson Drive shows strong consistency in nearby property values, suggesting a stable and established streetscape.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "renovated basement" typically include?
While specifics aren't listed, a renovated basement in a home of this era usually means it has been finished into a livable space, potentially including recreation areas, additional bedrooms, or a bathroom. It signifies added functional square footage beyond the main floor.

2. How does the lack of a garage impact daily life and value?
The absence of a garage means relying on driveway or street parking. For some buyers, this is a trade-off for the larger yard and lower purchase price. It may appeal to those who prioritize outdoor space over vehicle storage or who might consider adding a garage or carport later.

3. The home sold for less than its current assessed value in 2016. What does that indicate?
The 2016 sale price of $30,600k versus the current $36.80k assessment primarily reflects market appreciation and the impact of the basement renovation over eight years. It shows the owner has likely added value, and the assessment aligns more closely with current area comparables.

4. The lot ranks highly, but the home's size ranks lower in the neighbourhood. What does this mean?
This highlights the property's potential. You own a piece of land that is larger than most in the area, while the existing house is of average size. This could be ideal for someone who values outdoor space, gardening, or future expansion possibilities relative to their neighbours.

5. Who are the typical buyers in this area?
Given the home's single-storey layout, stable values, and mature neighbourhood, it likely attracts a mix of practical first-time homeowners, empty-nesters looking to downsize from a larger house but keep a sizeable yard, and long-term residents valuing the area's consistency.

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